The Heil Sound PR40 is a full-range dynamic microphone designed with the ability to reproduce frequencies as low as 28Hz, ideal for live sound, recording, and broadcast applications. The unique, copper-wound voice coil uses a mixed metallic magnet structure that creates a magnetic field 10 times stronger than most mics. Coupled with a large 1-1/2", low-mass, quilted aluminum diaphragm, this makes for tremendous low-frequency response and low distortion throughout the PR40 mic's wide frequency range. A unique dual pop screen design ensures that breath blasts never hit the diaphragm directly.

FEATURES

Large 1-1/2" aluminum diaphragm

Wide frequency response, down to 28Hz

End fire, cardioid pattern

Low handling noise

Natural articulation

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This is truly one killer mic. Yes, I actually purchased it and have used it from vox, to acoustic to bass and even drums. It's very smooth across the board and natural which...Read complete review

This is truly one killer mic. Yes, I actually purchased it and have used it from vox, to acoustic to bass and even drums. It's very smooth across the board and natural which is rare for a mice that doesn't even require phantom power. Get a pop screen too (duh)..

And if that isn't enough, in Hollywood they strap these bad boys on cannons to record the cannon fire.

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This mic has a certain "etched" timbre that is tough to describe. It sounds like "radio." If you have listened to a lot of podcasts, you've...Read complete review

This mic has a certain "etched" timbre that is tough to describe. It sounds like "radio." If you have listened to a lot of podcasts, you've probably heard it. I think if you are going for that sound, this is a great choice. But When I try to mic a guitar cab or sing vocals, it sounds almost like it's digitally compressed. Again that "etched" sound. No EQ or post-processing could make it go away. We still use it in my studio for announcer reads. That same etched quality helps separate the announcer from the music bed. So, take that for what it's worth.

This mic has a certain "etched" timbre that is tough to describe. It sounds like "radio." If you have listened to a lot of podcasts, you've probably heard it. I think if you are going for that sound, this is a great choice. But When I try to mic a guitar cab or sing vocals, it sounds almost like it's digitally compressed. Again that "etched" sound. No EQ or post-processing could make it go away. We still use it in my studio for announcer reads. That same etched quality helps separate the announcer from the music bed. So, take that for what it's worth.

I'm a 59 yr old drummer with extensive experience in recording studios recording music in addition to recording commercials/jingles & CD's. I originally purchased this mic to use for micing my bass drum but we ended up using it for the vocalist in our band. We used it for several rehearsals in the studio and also on a gig live and were astounded by the clarity and depth it brought to the vocals. The lead vocalist has used it several time and everone agrees it is a great mic. I may never get to use it on the drums but have to concede it to the vocalist because it improves his voice so much. I bought this as a Stupid Deal of The Day and it was a steal at that price including a mic cable and boom stand plus shipping costs. I should have bought a dozen of these at that price based on the current prices I've seen and would recommend this mic regardless of the price. It competes with mics 3 times the price and more.

This is truly one killer mic. Yes, I actually purchased it and have used it from vox, to acoustic to bass and even drums. It's very smooth across the board and natural which is rare for a mice that doesn't even require phantom power. Get a pop screen too (duh)..

And if that isn't enough, in Hollywood they strap these bad boys on cannons to record the cannon fire.

This is a GREAT Mic. I have used it for live micing kick drum , bass amp , cajone, and bari sax. It excelled in each application. I have also used it in the studio for voice over commercial recording with much success. Heil makes fantastic microphones.

I'd rate this product as perfect if it had better pop reduction as advertised. For perfectionists, a screen is still required for recording vocals. Acoustic and electric guitar recording is strong, but not as warm as I had thought it would be. High frequency response for vocals and even frequency response is very strong. I just can't compare this to condenser mics having used dynamics exclusively.The mic has no obvious features but claims internal pop reduction. It is good, but some "p's" and "b's" will pop at a performance distance in recording.High quality.Hard to tell without comparing several mics. I've used other dynamics, and this one seems to be a notch above with respect to even frequency response.

I am a internet radio host, Compared to condensers, I can never really tell the difference with this mic. The sound is crisp, clear and breathtaking. Sounds great on the air. It is never in its case, Because I am always using it!

After trying numerous condenser mic's, some at twice the price, I keep coming back to the PR40. Clear, rich, clean sound with no post-production futzing around. All the raves about this mic are absolutely justified. For voice-over and narration there is nothing better, except maybe at ten times the price, and even then I'm not so sure. Lacks low-cut and pad switches, but so what? I can't comment on other applications, but for VO this mic is simply unbeatable.

I have used this mic on kick drum, digeridoo and standup bass. On the bass and digeridoo the bass response was lower than any other mic I have used. On kick drum the lows are tight and well defined, gives great low punch to the kick and still picks up the click of the beater.

I got this mic a few weeks back and it barely spends anytime in it's case. This mic is perfect for voice, and is remarkable on kick drum, guitar, and even bass cabinet. I want three more of these. Clean, crisp (but not too over-defined) high-end, tight low end, easily blows away all the dynamic mics (and a few condensers) that cost hundreds more.